Governor Ivey Proclaims September 25 as ‘Dolly Day’ in Alabama
Montgomery, AL – Gov. Kay Ivey has proclaimed September 25, 2026, as “Dolly Day in Alabama,” recognizing entertainer and philanthropist Dolly Parton and the literacy program she founded, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. The date was selected in reference to Parton’s song “9 to 5.” According to the governor’s office, the observance is intended to recognize Parton’s […]
Calhoun County Libraries Receive Books Through America250AL Grant
ANNISTON, AL — Public libraries across Calhoun County received new books Thursday, Sept. 24, as part of an America250AL grant project organized in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the United States. The Calhoun County America 250 Alabama Committee hosted the book presentation at the Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center, bringing together librarians, […]
Thankful Community Center Opens With Ribbon-Cutting Celebration in Anniston
Anniston, AL — Community members, local officials and former students gathered Thursday, Sept. 24, to celebrate the opening of the new Thankful Community Center at Thankful Community Park, marking a new chapter for a site with deep ties to education and community life in west Anniston. The Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center joined […]
Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama Opens Community Partnership Hub for Nonprofits
Anniston, AL — The Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama welcomed nonprofit representatives Thursday, Sept. 24, for a Coffee & Connect event highlighting its newly completed Community Partnership Hub at 1701 Henry Road in Anniston. The event gave attendees an opportunity to see the renovated facility and learn about leasing opportunities designed specifically for nonprofit organizations […]
FEMA Opens New Student Training Center at Anniston’s Center for Domestic Preparedness
Anniston, AL — The Federal Emergency Management Agency has officially opened a new student training and intake center at the Center for Domestic Preparedness in Anniston, expanding facilities used to train emergency responders from across the country. Officials from FEMA and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the opening of […]
Calhoun County Commission Approves FY27 Budget, New Employee Pay Scale
Anniston, AL – The Calhoun County Commission approved its fiscal year 2027 budget Thursday, Sept. 24, during a meeting that also included action on tourism funding, nuisance properties, environmental cleanup funding, Sheriff’s Office equipment and several county agreements. The FY27 general fund budget totals a little more than $29 million, while the Highway Department budget […]
Gadsden State to Host Free Civilian Firearms Class Nov. 14
Gadsden, AL – The Gadsden State Community College Police and Public Safety Department will host its annual Civilian Firearms Class on Saturday, Nov. 14, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Beck Conference Center on the Wallace Drive Campus. The free training is open to individuals 18 and older and will include classroom instruction and live-range […]
Ohatchee Council Updates Towing, Building Permit Ordinances; Approves Shopping Center Improvements
Ohatchee, AL — The Ohatchee Town Council approved updated ordinances governing towing services and building permits and authorized up to $9,300 for improvements near the town shopping center during its Tuesday, Sept. 22, meeting. Much of the council’s work session centered on a new towing ordinance replacing regulations dating to the 1970s. Officials discussed requirements […]
Calhoun County Native Jackson Cleary Receives $2,000 Agriculture Scholarship
AUBURN, AL — Calhoun County native and Auburn University senior Jackson Cleary was among 79 students recognized Sept. 21 during the Alabama Farmers Federation’s annual scholarship awards program at Lazenby Farms in Auburn. Cleary received a $2,000 scholarship from the Alabama Farmers Agriculture Foundation and the Calhoun County Farmers Federation. He is studying agriscience education […]
Oxford City Council Approves FY 2027 Budget, $2.9 Million Softball Complex Project
Oxford, AL — The Oxford City Council approved the city’s fiscal year 2027 budget, authorized a nearly $3 million synthetic turf project at the Oxford Softball Complex and addressed several infrastructure projects during its Tuesday, Sept. 22 meeting. The meeting also included recognition of two promotions within the Oxford Police Department. Officers Brian Norton and […]